2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
Model | IS | 206 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |